Like any recognizable brand, Tory Burch is another victim of the counterfeit market.
The best way to ensure that you’re buying a genuine Tory Burch bag is to purchase directly from Tory Burch, either online or in-store. You can also purchase from an outlet store or from an official stockist.
The popularity of Tory Burch – and its attainable price point – means it’s one brand that you can often find on the pre-loved market.
Tory Burch’s cross symbol logo is made up of two letters “T” placed one over the other
If you’re looking for an older bag or want to grab a bargain, you might decide to look for a second-hand option.
Counterfeit bags are a major issue for brands like Tory Burch and the fashion industry in general. The International Chamber of Commerce estimates that counterfeiting accounts for 5-7% of world trade, valued at around $600 billion per year.
The Tory Burch logo written in simple sans serif uppercase font is usually made of metal
Tory Burch is one fashion brand that has taken proactive steps to counteract the number of counterfeit bags that are on the market. They’ve taken steps to remove over 1,200 websites that sell counterfeit Tory Burch merchandise.
Tory Burch has worked with law enforcement around the world to seize around half a million pieces of counterfeit Tory Burch products.
If you happen to come across a counterfeit Tory Burch bag or realize you’ve bought a fake bag, you can report the source to Tory Burch. They have a dedicated e-mail address of [email protected] that you can send the information to.
The zipper hardware on authentic Tory Burch handbags should be of high quality and the stitching should be straight, consistent, and evenly spaced
Identifying a fake Tory Burch bag is more difficult than other brands, mainly because of their variety of products on offer. Don’t forget that Tory Burch is a brand that is manufactured in China. Most people see a ‘Made in China’ stamp and instantly assume the item is a fake – which isn’t true with Tory Burch.
If you’re able to see the bag in person, take a close look at the stitching and have a feel for the leather. Tory Burch uses real leather, primarily Saffiano leather.
The corners of the bag should be smooth, with a scratch-resistant texture. When you get the bag, the leather should smell fresh and not have an artificial smell often associated with PVC or fake leather.
Tory Burch’s popular Robinson handbags are made from scratch-resistant Saffiano leather
Take a look at the way that the Tory Burch name appears on your item. Compare it to official product shots and make sure that the font in the classic style used by Tory Burch.
You can often spot a fake Tory Burch item if the logo is incorrect or if the brand’s name is spelled wrong.